ASL Topic- The Need for Discipline in Life

The development of human personality , the progress of society , the advancement of civilization and culture depend on discipline in life. Discipline is training of mind and character. It enables man to obey the rules that he has himself made. To regulate his conduct and behavior for his own good and for the good for society. Wise parents and teachers inculcate discipline in their children from the very beginning. The child is allowed freedom within certain limits. The child is not free to do anything which is likely to harm his interest as an individual or as a member of the society. Obedience, co-operation avoidance of greed and selfishness , respect for elders , sense of service duty and responsibility are some of the major attributes of discipline which can be easily cultivated at a tender age . If a child is allowed unrestricted freedom and not subjected to any discipline in the beginning. He becomes a problem for a family at home, later at school and after that in the society and the community. He carries with him the infectious disease of indiscipline and spreads its among those who happen to come into his contact.

Q. What is the best way to inculcate discipline in one’s life?A.People should be made to understand the disadvantages indiscipline. If we talk about the children, they should be given age appropriate responsibilities. Like maintaining their own belongings keeping their uniform ready, doing their home work etc. Timely supervision is also required.